Comments on: Will Wooton: How do you tell if your teen is on drugs?

By: MJson

MJson — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:17:41 +0000

Is it just me or do these comments sound scripted?

By: JaclynOffner

JaclynOffner — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 01:27:22 +0000

Will absolutely knows what he is talking about and he is the man to go to when you want help with your child's drug and/or alcohol addiction. I have seen some of these "warning signs" within my own clients and friends, and it is nice to see such a clean visualization (Will's article) for such a fast growing problem within America's society.

By: Tom Yarnall

Tom Yarnall — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 20:30:32 +0000

I'll just bet the history of the majority of those children who have brought great shame to themselves and their families was initiated by the innocent use of marijuana. This is the same mind altering drug the liberals want legalized and sold at the store of your choice.
Don't fall for their phony, self gratifying arguments that is does not lead to a more serious use of harder drugs and the reduction in crime that somehow benefits society. Is being under the continuous arrest of drugs better than being in jail?

By: Dave

Dave — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:13:56 +0000

For those parents who are looking for clarity, i.e…. an explanation as to why their teens behavior has been suspicious, defiant and confusing…the 10 paragraphs of Mr. Wooton's recent article in my opinion are worth well over $1000. in professional advice. Look no further than Pacific Treatment Services if you are on the fence about seeking
professional help for your troubled teen. Take one day at a time and "Never give up on them."

By: ellena

ellena — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 06:05:18 +0000

CHANGE in appearance is also a sign! Our son went from strawberry blond to BLACK dyed hair, changed his clothing as well. As far as "searching the teens room"…I was an EXPERT!…there are all kinds of hiding places…I found pills stashed in empty CD jackets, and other drugs hidden inside his SONY playstation (where you insert the games)…For all the parents/kids who are shocked and angered that I was "invading my son's PERSONAL SPACE/ private stuff" (as my kid once said.)..my response was this "This is MY HOUSE, and I PAY THE MORTGAGE…I can do WHAT I WANT!
My advice to parents who don't want to "BE THE BAD GUY"…GROW UP PEOPLE!!!! You are NOT your kid's best friend, you are the PARENT!!! Act like one!…THEY WILL THANK YOU FOR IT LATER!!!!!….My son Jordan (3.5 years TOTALLY sober) tells me everyday!!!!!! You will NOT REGRET being the bad guy, I promise you! Listen to what WILL has to say!!!!!

By: C. H.

C. H. — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 05:52:53 +0000

The issue for me was not "How do I know if my kid is using drugs?" I knew for quite some time that my son was getting high. The issue was "Oh no, this is a big problem, how do we make him stop?" We tried. We couldn't make him stop. We needed professional help. Thankfully, we realized it before it was too late. Today, we are grateful to have a healthy, productive, sober son. Thanks again Wiil.

By: Laurie

Laurie — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 01:48:21 +0000

Great advice! I especially like how it was mentioned that the kids make you feel like your over reacting or the only parent out there who is making such a big deal about things. I would also like to add that some parents are okay w/kids having parties at their homes and/or buying alcohol or drugs for our kids. I was fooled one time into thinking just because the parents said that they would be there that everything was under control. Not so. I found out you have to ask the parents MORE than just: Will you be home? UNLESS you know the parents pretty well. I ask a lot more questions now.
Will, I have a very special friend who's child/family you have helped. You have been a great influence in their lives and I thank you for being so passionate about this subject. I have heard about how many lives you have saved and touched. Keep on, keepin' on~

By: Guest

Guest — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:59:26 +0000

Having a child going into high school, it is so helpful to see what I should be watching for. I am going to order the book so I can be aware of what I need to know as a parent so this doesn't become part of my child's life. I also had the chance to look at your website and will bookmark it to have as a resource for friends who may need it too.

By: Amy

Amy — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 23:30:43 +0000

Will, you are amazing! Keep sharing your knowledge and support. Every parent you support can hopefully save a teens life! We need more people like you!

By: Michele

Michele — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 23:01:02 +0000

I completely agree.